Does any one know what type of beads these are!

[moodyscharms]

Good Morning Everyone.......I am new to the Forum world and l was wondering if l could have some help with some beads l am looking for.  I must say l have not had much luck trying to determine how or where to find these.

I bought 2 bracelets from a Seller in the USA and l will submit the photos of them as well for you.  This Seller is not getting anymore, and WILL NOT tell me anything about them other then it was a one shot deal, and he will NEVER get anymore again. Subject closed as far a he is concerned.

Having said that.  I have taken apart one of the beads to be able to show you front and back of the beads.  There are 2 different bead and l am looking for both sets of these UNIQUE beads.  These beads area metal is all l can tell you and others say they are Vintage. I don't think they are.....l think they have been made to look Vintage.  But, l am not a beader, so l really shouldn't past judgement on them.

I would like to make some more of these for my Customers, as l have sold the 2 that l had, and the Custoemrs want more.

Any help that you all can offer will be greatly and dearly appreciated.

Thank you all in advance for you help in my search.

Sincerely,

Sharon - Canada - Here are the pictures




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[Polly]

Hi Sharon,

I agree with your assessment -- These look newly-made.
They could safely be called Vintage-style '> but no seller should actually call them vintage or antique.

These are generally called spacer bars or spacer beads. We have one style that is somewhat similar, but much smaller that what you're looking for
antiqued necklace ends and spacer beads

These types of items are generally found as finished costume jewelry -- I've rarely seen them  produced as components for export. We sold some similar 2-hole spacer beads with crystals in them for a while, but we couldn't get them as loose pieces -- we only got them as stretchy bracelets which the manufacturer intended to be worn as-is.

You might be able to find more of a similar nature, at upcoming gift shows in your area.  Check out the Asian importers of fashion/costume jewelry, and you might be able to find more similar to these, and with luck, be able to order the amount you want of "just these bracelets", not too-assorted.

The bad news, is that these aren't intended to be re-orderable by exact style.  Because styles and consumers are fickle, they keep changing what they are manufacturing and importing -- when you find something you like, you probably won't be able to keep ordering it for more than a season, or a year at the most.

--Polly

[moodyscharms]

Quote (Polly @ Feb. 13 2006,10:16)

Hi Sharon, I agree with your assessment -- These look newly-made. They could safely be called Vintage-style '> but no seller should actually call them vintage or antique. These are generally called spacer bars or spacer beads. We have one style that is somewhat similar, but much smaller that what you're looking for antiqued necklace ends and spacer beads These types of items are generally found as finished costume jewelry -- I've rarely seen them  produced as components for export. We sold some similar 2-hole spacer beads with crystals in them for a while, but we couldn't get them as loose pieces -- we only got them as stretchy bracelets which the manufacturer intended to be worn as-is. You might be able to find more of a similar nature, at upcoming gift shows in your area.  Check out the Asian importers of fashion/costume jewelry, and you might be able to find more similar to these, and with luck, be able to order the amount you want of "just these bracelets", not too-assorted. The bad news, is that these aren't intended to be re-orderable by exact style.  Because styles and consumers are fickle, they keep changing what they are manufacturing and importing -- when you find something you like, you probably won't be able to keep ordering it for more than a season, or a year at the most. --Polly

Thank you Polly for your input.  I have found a company that has something very similar to what it is l am looking for in China.  I have written them a dozen times, but have had no luck with any responses.

Russ told me that the company is not the Manufacturer.  I guess they are just the distributor....but, you would think that they would respond to your emails.

I have my feelers out for a few more companies, and if need be, l may even see about having them made here in Canada, who knows, l will need to check ou the cost factor to see if it is worth our while.

I just wanted to say thanks for you help and input.

Best regards

Sharon Moody

[Polly]

Here is another idea ...
This process is a bit time-consuming and meticulous, but very pretty and infinitely customizable.  Many of these new Toho Elegant Jewelry Kits include the steps to "weave" beads onto filigree findings, for a unique Victorian-era look.

--Polly